FIRST CHURCH KIDS IS DEDICATED TO GROWING SPIRITUALLY HEALTHY FAMILIES BY PARTNERING WITH PARENTS. Together we provide experiences in worship, service, fellowship and studying the Bible, so all children can learn what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ.
QUICK LINKS:
• Children’s Facebook Page
• Safe Sanctuaries Policy
SUNDAYS FOR FAMILIES
We offer Sunday morning nursery for infant – 2 years old as well Sunday School opportunities at 9:45am for Pre-K through 12th Grade.
NEW?
Please take a minute to fill out our First Kids Registration Form so we can get to know you and your child better!
UPCOMING EVENTS
KidConnect (for K – 5th Grade)
Wednesdays, Starting August 20 | 3:00 – 5:15pm | Starts in Wesley Hall
Register Online
All children, Kindergarten to 5th Grade, are invited to join us for KidConnect our midweek connection time including worship, classes, and choir! Kids will have the opportunity to choose from an array of classes upon registration (starting August 6). Each week, from 3:00 – 4:25pm, kids will meet for worship, enjoy classes, and connect with friends. Afterwards, from 4:30 to 5:15pm, they can join our Elementary Choir/Music program. Parents can drop off in the Wesley Hall and pick up at 5:15pm in the Activities Center. Families are then invited to Family dinner from 5:15 to 6:00pm. Then from 6-7pm, parents can attend classes while kids continue their fun starting in the gym.
First Kids: MidWeek (for Preschool–5th Grade)
Wednesdays | 5:50 – 7:00pm | Gym, Ed. Building
After dinner, this Wednesday evening program is a great time of fellowship and faith building for Preschoolers and Elementary kids. Each age group will have a devotion/story and play time while parents enjoy a class and fellowship with others. Drop-off and pick-up is in the gym.
sunday MINISTRY PROGRAMS
NURSERY
(Infant – 4 years)
We offer Sunday Morning nursery for Infants – 4 years old during Worship services and our Sunday School hour. All of our nurseries are staffed with trained and paid employees. MORE INFO
PRESCHOOL SUNDAY SCHOOL
(3 – 4 years, completed VPK)
We offer Sunday School for preschool age children on Sundays from 9:45 – 10:45am. We will worship God through music, bible stories, faith formation activities, and fellowship!
ELEMENTARY SUNDAY SCHOOL
(K – 5th Grade, completed)
K-5th graders are invited to join their friends and teachers for Sunday School from 9:45-10:45 am. We will worship God through music, bible stories, faith formation activities, and fellowship!
SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAMS
KINDERGARTEN WORSHIP READINESS
During the Kindergarten year, all Kindergarteners are encouraged to participate fully in worship, attend a worship readiness class and will receive their very own Kindergarten Bible.
THIRD GRADE BIBLE BLAST
All third graders will get to join Mrs. Lisa for a special class on The Bible – where it came from, how it is put together, and how to use it!
KID CONNECT
is our Wednesday program for K – 5th Graders. This will be a time they will experience choir, participate in a great extracurricular class, and develop relationships in a small group setting.
KIDS CHOIR
We offer choir opportunities for kindergarten through 5th Grade on Wednesdays afternoons during the school year. Contact Rev. Rick Branch for more info.
MID-WEEK
Mid-Week is a great time of fellowship and faith building for Preschoolers and Elementary kids. Each age group will have a devotion/story and play time while parents enjoy a class and fellowship with others.
CLASSES & GROUPS FOR PARENTS
WORSHIPING WITH CHILDREN
Worshiping with Children is a once a year class in September for parents and children of all ages and is taught by Lisa Bond, Director of Children’s Ministry and Christian Education. This class offers insight into making the worship experience most beneficial for both children and their parents.
SMALL GROUPS
Small groups are on-going discipleship communities for all ages, that meet on various days and times to build friendships and study the Bible or other topics. These groups include Sunday School that meets from 9:45 – 10:45am. MORE INFO
CAMPS & RETREATS
In addition to our weekly activities and ministry programs, we offer various camp and retreat opportunities just for kids throughout the year, including a yearly Vacation Bible School.
STAFF
LISA BOND
Director of Children & Family Ministries
Email Lisa
SERVE WITH FIRST KIDS
First Church Kids would like you to join in the excitement and joy of serving children! There are wonderful opportunities available to reach the children of FUMC with your gifts, your presence, your prayer and your service.
Want to learn more? Contact LBond@FUMCPensacola.com. We would be happy to talk with you.
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